Launceston’s annual Blue Sky Ball is no longer.
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For the past 11 years, the Blue Sky Ball has raised funds to support positive mental health charities. Last year more than $10,700 was raised.
Event organiser Rick Marton said the cost involved in putting on such a large event was a major factor in the cancellation. “The amount made from the event mostly came from sponsors and auctions, not from the event itself,” Mr Marton said.
A new initiative has instead been put in place. The new event, Say G’day Day, will ensure that all funds raised will go directly to charities and local health initiatives.
“It’s a really basic idea. Our aim is to make our community a friendlier place. We’ll be able to ask every member of the community to get involved,” said Mr Marton.
“Some people might go the whole day without hearing a g’day, and we want to change that. We want to become the the friendliest region in Australia,” he said.
Supported by the Rotary Club of Central Launceston, Say G’day Day will replace the Blue Sky Ball in promoting positive mental health.
